1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Delta | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
